Although they have evolved over time, these are, in essence, the original seven stories that our ancient ancestors told around the campfire. While all seven share the same THREE ACT FRAMEWORK, each has its own unique path, with distinctive scenes, essential sequences, and exclusive obstacles the storyteller must include in order for the audience to feel satisfied. Many of the screenplays I read have a strong central idea or a compelling main character, but the script falls flat because the writers didn’t know which story they were telling, or how to develop it effectively.